Kim Thurman is an independent genealogy researcher and presenter. Pursuing her passion for genealogical research, she transitioned from a career in operations and supply chain management to a professional genealogist in 2019. She holds a Certificate in Genealogical Research from the Boston University Center for Professional Education and is a graduate of ProGen 46. Kim is a former president of the Rogue Valley Genealogical Society in Medford, Oregon. She holds memberships in the Association of Professional Genealogists, the National Genealogical Society, the New England Historic Genealogical Society, the General Society of Mayflower Descendants, and numerous regional organizations.

In addition to volunteering for genealogical societies in various roles, Kim has served as a Coordinator for ProGen Study Groups (ProGen 56) and a Mentor for GenProof Study Groups (GenProof 78).

Additional Genealogical Education

Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG):

• Advanced Genealogical Methods (2021)
• Advanced Research Tools: Land Records (2021)
• Bridging the Gap: New England to the Midwest, 1780-1850 (2023)

Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh (GRIP):

• Great Lakes Research (2021)
• African American Research (2021)
• Law School for Genealogists (2022)
• Guide to Treasures Found in Federal Records (2022)

Geographic Specialities

• Oregon
• Michigan

Publications/Media
24 June 2024: Appearance on Sunrise (KOBI) to promote the Rogue Valley Genealogical Society (YouTube link)

Lectures

• Genealogy 101 (Beginner)
• "How to use" lectures:
  • Fold3.com
  • NewspaperArchive.com
• Using the News to Discover Family Events (all levels)
• Evidence Analysis Matters (Intermediate/Advanced)
• Lakes, Lumber, and Lighthouses: Michigan Research (All levels)

Repositories

• Rogue Valley Genealogical Society Library
• Southern Oregon Historical Society
• University of Oregon Knight Library
• Oregon State Archives
• County record retrieval for Jackson, Josephine, Douglas, Klamath (Oregon), Siskiyou (California)

Research Time Periods

• 21st Century
• 20th Century
• 19th Century

Languages
English

Certificates
Boston University Certificate in Genealogical Research (OL29, May 2019)
ProGen Study Groups (ProGen 46, March 2020 - May 2021)

Affiliations

• Rogue Valley Genealogical Society
• Genealogical Forum of Oregon
• Seattle Genealogical Society
• General Society of Mayflower Descendants
• New England Historic Genealogical Society
• New York Genealogical & Biographical Society
• National Genealogical Society

Degrees
Oregon State University - BS Business Administration